Jungyoon Kim
Jungyoon Kim has been nominated for the Swan Award for Most Impressive Dance Achievement 2026 for her role in WAXES by Sarah Baltzinger & Isaiah Wilson (Scapino Ballet Rotterdam).
Jury about the nomination
"Jungyoon Kim possesses a rare combination of technique, charisma, and expressive power. In WAXES, she proves herself to be a dancer with daring and physical intelligence, executing Baltzinger and Wilson’s complex movement language in a technically convincing and aesthetically intriguing manner. With her intense gaze and strong theatrical instinct, she captivates the audience. Even in demanding poses, she imbues them with layered meaning. With her effortless performance and authentic stage presence, Jungyoon Kim stands out as an impressive performer.”
About Jungyoon Kim
South Korean dancer Jungyoon Kim (Seoul, 2002) studied at Seoul Arts High School and the Korea National University of Arts. She has been a member of Scapino Ballet Rotterdam since 2025. For Jungyoon, dance is a powerful form of expression that goes beyond words. She explores both refined and powerful qualities of movement and uses her body to convey emotions in a layered and open way. In doing so, she seeks to connect with the audience and wants to share warmth, energy, and positivity. As an artist, she is curious, dedicated, and always seeking greater depth. Even outside of dance, she draws inspiration from other art forms, including writing, photography, film, and visual arts. What drew her to Scapino is the company’s positive and people-oriented spirit. She views her time at Scapino as a journey of continuous growth, collaboration, and artistic development.
“This dancer possesses a rare combination of technique, charisma, and expressive power. She is someone with daring and physical intelligence, who executes a complex movement language in a technically compelling and aesthetically intriguing way. With her intense gaze, strong theatrical instincts, and deeply felt stage presence, she captivates the audience.”